From the pier we board our awaiting coach to begin our scenic tour of La Coruña, passing by the Gardens of Los Cantones, which were built on reclaimed land.

Departing the quayside, we drive towards the village of Betanzos, the Roman village that emerged from old Castros.

This excursion provides us with the opportunity to visit La Coruña and the famous village of Betanzos.

During the Middle Ages, there were three main places of pilgrimage for Christianity – Rome, Jerusalem and Santiago de Compostela.

We then drive briefly to a regional wine cellar to sample one of the local wines, before returning to Vigo and our awaiting ship.

Departing the quayside, we drive in a northerly direction to Pontevedra. En route, our guide will explain the history of this important part of the Galician region.

En route to Bayona – a picturesque village at the mouth of the Muino River – we will see some of the beautiful Galician coastline.

 
During the Middle Ages, there were three main places of pilgrimage for Christianity – Rome, Jerusalem and Santiago de Compostela.

One of the greatest architectural treasures of the province of Pontevedra is Soutomaior Castle. Built in the 12th century by Fernan Eanes de Soutomaior, the castle has been inhabited by several distinguished personalities throughout the years.

THIS TOUR WILL ONLY OPERATE FOR VISTAS WINE THEMED CRUISES

 Our tour begins with a panoramic drive of Lisbon city centre. We shall make a brief stop at the top of King Edward VII Park, from where we can enjoy a spectacular view of the city and harbour.

On this tour we can enjoy the most famous sights of Lisbon from the comfort of our coach, as well as a drive along the scenic coast to Estoril.

Our tour today will allow us to explore one of Portugal’s smaller towns that has a certain timeless feel to it, as well as some of the natural beauty that can only be found outside of the city limits.

Following a short briefing at the quayside, we travel in our fully-equipped jeeps to Sintra, a popular old world village resort nestling in tree-clad hills, north of Lisbon.

Following a scenic 75-minute drive through the Portuguese countryside, we arrive at the medieval town of Obidos for a unique experience to travel back in time.

Departing the quayside by coach, we will have a short sightseeing drive through the city of Lisbon, stopping at such highlights as the Belem area where we will have an outside explanation of the Jeronimos Monastery and the Monument of the Discoveries for a photo opportunity.

Leaving Lisbon through Monsanto Park, we travel to Sintra, a popular old world village resort nestling in tree-clad hills north of Lisbon.

Following our city tour, we shall proceed to the Gulbenkian Museum, home to many different pieces of Ancient Oriental, Greco-Roman, Classical and European art.

THIS TOUR WILL ONLY OPERATE FOR VISTAS ANTIQUES THEMED CRUISES

A hilly city paved with cobblestones, Lisbon’s sights are best enjoyed from the comfort of a coach. This tour takes in many famous city sights.

The Oporto that we shall see today dates mainly from the 18th century, when trade was booming and merchants financed fine houses for themselves. We will have the chance to see some of the city’s finest buildings on this tour.

Our panoramic drive around Oporto shows us a town of major contrasts, with large avenues and squares surrounded by older narrow picturesque streets and simple façades.

Today Braga is known for its historic buildings, monuments, gardens and fountains.

For those who have visited Oporto before or just prefer to do their own thing, this tour is perfect.

The attraction of Oporto, Portugal’s second largest city, lies in its workday atmosphere.